- Must visit
Museum der bildenden Künste
Leipzig’s major fine arts museum with strong German painting, modern works, and a bright contemporary building in the city center.
Cheapest price
$45
Average price
$102
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 7 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
343 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mannheim to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mannheim to Leipzig will cost around $102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
Of the 6 trains that leave Mannheim for Leipzig on Wed, Aug 12, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 12 the direct trains cover the 343 km distance in an average of 4 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Wed, Aug 12 the slowest trains will take 4 h 54 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Trains from Mannheim to Leipzig run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 213 miles (343 km) distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 213 miles (343 km) |
Average train duration 3h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 40m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
The table below shows live departures for Mannheim to Leipzig trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:03 AM Mannheim | 4h01 | 9:04 AM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 AM Mannheim | 4h01 | 10:31 AM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:29 AM Mannheim | 4h54 | 12:23 PM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Leipzig’s major fine arts museum with strong German painting, modern works, and a bright contemporary building in the city center.
Immersive museum on Leipzig’s role in East Germany’s Peaceful Revolution. Essential for understanding 1989 and modern German democracy.
Bach’s former residence and museum, presenting manuscripts, instruments, and Leipzig’s central role in his life and work.
Leipzig’s central square framed by historic buildings, arcades, and markets. A natural starting point for exploring the old town on foot.
Major city square with dramatic architecture, fountains, opera, and concert hall. Best for urban views and Leipzig’s cultural heart.
Former cotton mill transformed into one of Europe’s notable art districts. Explore galleries, studios, and Leipzig’s influential contemporary scene.
Leipzig’s signature mixed vegetable dish with peas, carrots, asparagus and morel mushrooms, often enriched with crayfish butter. A classic Saxon specialty.
A clear broth with small semolina dumplings. This simple soup is a long-standing Saxon home-style favorite served in Leipzig and the region.
A hearty Saxon potato soup, often made with root vegetables and marjoram, sometimes served with sausage. A comforting everyday dish in the region.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in the Rosental with modern tasting menus, refined service and a tranquil setting in a historic building.
Well-known restaurant and inn by the monument, popular for hearty Saxon food and local beer in a warm, traditional setting.
Historic Auerbachs Keller serves classic Saxon and German dishes in a famous vaulted cellar linked to Goethe and Leipzig tradition.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels, dining, and transit are usually cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, making Leipzig good value for city breaks.
Tip about 5-10% in restaurants or round up the bill. Round up for taxis and leave small change at cafes if service was good.
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Leipzig Hbf -> Augustusplatz, Leipzig
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mannheim to Leipzig by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leipzig, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Mannheim to Leipzig trains use the Mannheim Hbf to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Leipzig-Connewitz. Use this guide to compare Mannheim and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Mannheim Hbf is 2 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Mannheim Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Safran Persisch-Afghanische Spezialitäten, Corner, Liman Döner, Kaschmir-Tandoori
Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim Hbf. ATMs are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim Hbf. Information desks are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Mannheim Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mannheim Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mannheim Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Central, Leonardo Hotel Mannheim City Center, InterCityHotel Mannheim, City Hotel.
Mannheim-Luzenberg is 2 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Mannheim-Luzenberg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Knackpunkt, Schloss am Meer, Playa del MA, Manufaktur Mannheimer Genusswerk
Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim-Luzenberg. ATMs are available at Mannheim-Luzenberg.
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim-Luzenberg. Information desks are available at Mannheim-Luzenberg.
Luggage storage is available at Mannheim-Luzenberg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mannheim-Luzenberg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mannheim-Luzenberg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim-Luzenberg.
Nearby hotels include Corniche Hotel.
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Zchocolat, Vapiano Leipzig
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof, a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Leipzig.
Leipzig-Connewitz is 4 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:
Leipzig-Connewitz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: TD Imbiss, Bistro Cleopatra, Bistro mit Internet, Calla Pizza
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig-Connewitz. ATMs are available at Leipzig-Connewitz.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig-Connewitz. Information desks are available at Leipzig-Connewitz.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig-Connewitz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig-Connewitz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig-Connewitz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig-Connewitz.
Leipzig-Holzhausen is 7 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:
Leipzig-Holzhausen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Imbiss 54, Döner Alanya
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig-Holzhausen. ATMs are available at Leipzig-Holzhausen.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig-Holzhausen. Information desks are available at Leipzig-Holzhausen.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig-Holzhausen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig-Holzhausen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig-Holzhausen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig-Holzhausen.
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